Kochi Castle：The Only Japanese Castle with Both a Keep and Palace Intact
Kochi Castle is one of Japan’s most unique castles, and the only one in the country where both the main keep ( […]
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Shimanto River and the Chinka Bridges: Where Clear Streams and Scenic Landscapes Meet
The Shimanto River, flowing through Kochi Prefecture, is widely known in Japan as “the last clear stream.”For […]
Saburomaru Distillery: Japan’s Oldest Heavy Peated Whisky Distillery
Located in Tonami City, Toyama Prefecture, Saburomaru Distillery is one of Japan’s oldest craft whisky distill […]
Rinnoji Temple： A tranquil temple tucked behind the glittering Toshogu Shrine
Just a short walk from the dazzling Nikko Toshogu Shrine stands Rinnoji Temple, a serene Buddhist temple that […]
Nikkō Tōshōgū – Tokugawa Ieyasu, Shrine of the Ruler’s Prayer
There are many shrines in Japan named “Tōshōgū.”Among them, the one located here in Nikkō is the m […]
Mie Prefecture: The Origin of Japan Where Myths Come Alive
Mie Prefecture lies to the west of Aichi Prefecture, bordered by Nara and Kyoto to its west. It is home to the […]
Sakakibara Onsen:A Timeless Bath of Elegance Handed Down from Japan’s Classics
Sakakibara Onsen is located in Tsu City, Mie Prefecture. While globally renowned hot springs in Japan include […]
Iga Ueno Castle and the Iga-ryu Ninja MuseumーThe Land of High Stone Walls and Ninja Heritage
Iga Ueno Castle is located in Iga City, Mie Prefecture. Mie? Iga? You might be wondering, “Where exactly […]
Oharaimachi and Okage Yokocho-A Must-Visit Spot Close to the Naiku (Inner Shrine)
Oharaimachi and Okage Yokocho, Adjacent to the Entrance of the Naiku (Inner Shrine) Stretching about 800 meter […]
Naiku（Inner Shrine） – Where Japan’s History Lives On
The Shrines of Ise are generally known as Ise Jingu. Officially, they are referred to simply as “Jingu.” This […]